A West Hartford-based developer that owns Norwich’s Marcus Plaza has also purchased the former Friendly’s restaurant on West Main Street.

Simon Konover Development Corp. closed on the building late last month for $1.05 million and is currently seeking a tenant for the property. The 620 W. Main St. parcel abuts Marcus Plaza.

Norwich Mayor Peter Nystrom said he’s “encouraged” by the company’s decision to buy the plot.

“I think it will be a performing property. Konover is responsible for that whole plaza. I’m sure they have an intended purpose. We just have to be a little patient,” he said.

Officials said Konover wouldn’t have to obtain new permits for the building if it becomes another restaurant, and may be eligible for a sewer fee connection waiver depending on how long it takes to bring in a new tenant.

The West Main street corridor has seen two other restaurants open in recent months: Five Guys Burger and Fries set opened a Norwich location in April at 13 Salem Turnpike while Little Caesar’s Pizza launched a few weeks ago at 609 W. Main St.

The Friendly’s site has been vacant since Jan. 8, when it was among 30 of the chain’s Connecticut stores that were closed. It had reopened in July 2011 after sustaining heavy damage in a November 2010 fire.

In addition to Marcus Plaza, Simon Konover is property manager for the Mercantile Exchange at 55 Main St. and the 120-acre Uncas on Thames campus on West Thames Street.